Activity Assistant The Residence at Glastonbury
About The Position
LCB Senior Living is hiring an Activity Assistant at The Residence at Glastonbury. The role assists with planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities and supports programs that encourage residents to participate. The assistant helps residents access activities and community outings, supports volunteer and store operations, and contributes to department communications and supplies. The position may involve driving residents in a van as needed. The posting lists full-time and as-needed opportunities and provides a wage band of $18.00–$22.00 per hour based on years of experience.
Requirements
- Ability to assist in developing and implementing activities.
- Ability to create interest in activities and motivate residents to participate daily.
- Creativity and motivational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform tasks and work independently.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, presentation software, and calendar/newsletter software.
- Valid driver's license in the state of work, with no more than two moving violations in a three-year period as determined by the insurance broker.
- Ability to lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects.
- Ability to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit, and stand.
- Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, turn, crouch, kneel, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
- Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.
- Visual and auditory acuity.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in recreational therapy or a related field preferred.
- Gerontology experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.
- Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
- Maintain a professional, warm, and caring relationship with residents and families.
- Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.
- Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
- Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store.
- Assist with maintaining adequate supplies within the department budget.
- Assist residents to and from activities.
- Assist with the monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
- Attend required ongoing in-service training sessions and orientation.
- Drive residents in a van as needed.
- Perform dual tasks and work independently.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Possible tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
